23 Model Years Analyzed
Fiat 500l
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics
Average pass rate across all model years (1970-2021), based on 22,165 DVSA recorded tests.
79.1%
Average Pass Rate
23
Model Years
22k
Tests Analyzed
Most Tested Year
2014 Fiat 500l MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures
Pass Rate by Year
4 tests
69 tests
180 tests
720 tests
1,056 tests
1,956 tests
3,710 tests
8,845 tests
5,572 tests
5 tests
1 tests
1 tests
3 tests
1 tests
1 tests
1 tests
1 tests
1 tests
1 tests
1 tests
24 tests
6 tests
6 tests
Most Common Failures Across All Years
- 1A tyre seriously damaged
- 2A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn
- 3Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
- 4Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen
- 5A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened
Understand these MOT advisories
Suspension
Suspension bush worn
GBP 100-300 per side, depending on whether the bush or full arm is replaced
Tyres
Tyre close to limit
GBP 60-180 per tyre for common cars, more for large wheels or premium tyres
Structure
Corrosion advisory
GBP 150-500 for small welding repairs, GBP 800+ for structural or repeated corrosion
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average MOT pass rate for a Fiat 500l?
The Fiat 500l has an average 79.1% MOT pass rate across model years 1970 to 2021, based on DVSA test data.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Fiat 500l?
The most common MOT failure reasons for the Fiat 500l across all years are: a tyre seriously damaged, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.
Which Fiat 500l year has the best MOT pass rate?
MOT pass rates vary by year - newer models typically have higher pass rates. Check our year-by-year breakdown above to compare pass rates for specific Fiat 500l model years.